... involved powers is what makes it Shakespeare's ultimate tragedy. All tragedies contain a strong heroic character that is sympathised with by the responders, as in Othello where he is first considered "great" however is brought under by someone more cunning, i.e. Iago. His change in personality can be seen where he ... , and not first consult Desdemona or Cassio about their actions; " I"ll not expostulate with her this night Iago- (Othello) It is true that everyone has their flaws, but Othello was unable to control his or believe the truth which makes him a man possessed and a tragic hero....

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... because of the modern setting, that people understand the tragedy more. Many of Shakespeare's "tragic hero's- displayed qualities which are held against Willy as being ignoble. For instance, Iago uses Othello's superficial goodness to strip him of all his self respect and confidence and Macbeth was nave in thinking that he could take over Scotland unchallenged. One of the major arguments ... , for tragedy is more allied to optimism than pessimism. A decision or a mistake is tragic precisely because man could have chosen otherwise." Therein he is tragic hero, not inspite of his flaws, but...

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